Cryptology

Do you ever go on what's known as a "secure" website? That's a site that "hides" your information, like credit card info. How do they hide it? Learn how code works to protect you, then make your own!

categories

Communications, History

subject

History

learning style

Visual

personality style

Otter, Golden Retriever

Grade Level

Intermediate (3-5)

Lesson Type

Dig Deeper

Lesson Plan - Get It!

Audio:

What are some reasons people might need to use a secret code?

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Can you understand that sentence? It says, “Secret codes are fun!” It’s true, secret codes are a lot of fun, but they are also serious business. Governments and technology companies spend a lot of money to make better and more complicated secret codes. Learn more about the science of secret codes by visiting The Secret Language and other provided resources by Ron Hipschman. As you read, write down the answers to these questions:

What is the name of the science of secret codes?

What do we call the people who create or break secret codes?

How were Native Americans involved in breaking secret codes during World War II?

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